The Favorite — Mario Monti

Who? Monti is the current favorite to get the nod if Berlusconi does step down.

For some, he's a popular choice. The deputy leader of Germany's Christian Democratic Union party said Monti would be a better man than Berlusconi in an interview with the Washington Post today. Monti is an economist and former EU Commissioner, appointed by Berlusconi.

The Ferrari Don — Luca Di Montezemolo

Just last week he called for Berlusconi to resign, saying that Italy, and its current Prime Minister, has reached the "point of no return." He has very little experience in politics but is one of the country's most prominent businessmen.